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They also claim Rabiot’s move to the Catalan capital will take place this month and not in the summer as first discussed.

Rabiot’s deal with Barca is said to be worth £9million-a-year, though it’s not known how long his contract will be.

It’s also claimed the France international will receive a £9million signing-on fee.

Rabiot’s mother, Veronique, announced her son’s intention to leave the Parc des Princes late last month during an interview on French radio station RTL, in which she claimed to have told PSG’s sporting director Antero Henrique of his desire for a new challenge last summer.

Barcelona confirmed their pursuit of Rabiot late last year when it was reported that they'd been in discussions with the player before he became eligible to speak to other clubs.

“FC Barcelona wish to address stories published in France regarding the signing of players from Paris Saint Germain, and make clear that they have not breached any rule in this regard,” a club statement read.

Barcelona Transfer News: Adrien Rabiot could be a Barcelona player in the coming days (Image: GETTY)

“The only contact made was during the month of August and one week ago.

“In both cases, this contact was made with PSG's sporting management to show FC Barcelona's interest in player Adrien Rabiot.

“FC Barcelona have always wanted to work with the utmost transparency in their dealings with PSG and with any other club.

“FC Barcelona refute the existence of any type of agreement with PSG player Adrien Rabiot.”